Damilola Olowoporoku
Eti-Osa
Summary
Results-driven software engineer with expertise in software architecture and development. Proven track record of delivering high-quality code and fostering team collaboration. Focused on optimizing performance and creating impactful solutions.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Development Manager
Kuda
Lagos
10.2025 - Current
- Oversaw mentoring of software engineers, enhancing skills through structured performance reviews.
- Directed resource planning within development teams to ensure optimal utilization of talent.
- Promoted adherence to coding standards and best practices across all projects.
- Facilitated technical discussions, aiding in effective decision-making strategies.
- Monitored project milestones, resolving bottlenecks to uphold deadlines and deliverables.
- Collaborated with product management on feature requests based on market needs.
- Encouraged a culture of innovation by welcoming new proposals from team members.
- Conducted market research to identify opportunities for business expansion and product improvement.
Lead Software Engineer - Core Payments Platform
Kuda
Lagos
03.2023 - 10.2025
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to define project requirements and deliverables.
- Developed software architecture plans aligned with company goals and technical strategies.
- Facilitated team meetings to review progress, address challenges, and propose technical solutions.
- Implemented comprehensive application development projects from inception to completion.
- Defined and enforced technical standards and best practices for software development.
- Designed and reviewed system architecture to ensure optimal performance and scalability.
- Mentored junior engineers on tackling technical challenges and enhancing skills.
- Conducted code reviews to maintain high code quality and adherence to standards.
Technical Lead - Retail banking and Platforms
Kuda
Lagos
03.2021 - 03.2023
- Led technical projects to support Kuda's innovative banking solutions.
- Designed and implemented software architectures for scalable financial applications.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to establish project requirements and deliverables.
- Evaluated new technologies for potential integration into existing systems.
- Facilitated knowledge-sharing sessions to enhance continuous learning among team members.
- Provided technical guidance on development projects and implementation of new technologies.
- Managed multiple tasks under tight deadlines while ensuring quality control.
- Performed root cause analysis on production incidents, identifying permanent fixes.
Senior Software Engineer - Retail Banking
Kuda
Lagos
07.2019 - 03.2021
- Designed system architecture for new applications to improve performance efficiency.
- Implemented code reviews to enhance software quality and maintainability.
- Integrated third-party APIs to extend application capabilities and user experience.
- Helped junior developers with debugging code and technical support.
- Developed custom algorithms to solve complex problems and improve software efficiency.
- Established clear system performance standards and wrote specifications.
Software Engineer
Kuda
Lagos
07.2017 - 07.2019
- Designed and implemented scalable .NET applications to achieve business objectives.
- Developed web applications utilizing ASP.NET, C#, HTML, and JavaScript.
- Integrated web services with applications using WCF and Web API.
- Implemented RESTful APIs for seamless front-end integration.
- Enhanced application security through OAuth, JWT, and secure coding practices.
- Debugged and resolved software issues promptly to ensure operational efficiency.
- Assisted in database design and management using SQL Server tools.
- Executed secure coding practices to safeguard applications against security threats.
Software Developer
Chruchplus
Lagos
05.2016 - 06.2017
- Created applications using HTML, CSS, JavaScript, and other programming languages.
- Developed REST APIs for mobile applications.
- Provided technical support for users of the software system.
- Designed database structures to store data securely and efficiently.
Education
Bachelor Of Science - Materials Engineering
Obafemi Awolowo University
Ile-Ife, Osun12-2015
Skills
- Software design principles
- API creation and maintenance
- Code review processes
- Performance enhancement strategies
- Mentoring in technical skills
- Azure DevOps methodologies
- C# and NET framework expertise
- SQL database administration with Entity Framework
- Nodejs programming capabilities
- C programming fundamentals
Certification
Developing Microsoft Azure Solutions, Microsoft, Issued Aug 2018, Credential ID X21-16205-01.
Affiliations
Chess, Travel
Timeline
Development Manager
Kuda
10.2025 - Current
Lead Software Engineer - Core Payments Platform
Kuda
03.2023 - 10.2025
Technical Lead - Retail banking and Platforms
Kuda
03.2021 - 03.2023
Senior Software Engineer - Retail Banking
Kuda
07.2019 - 03.2021
Software Engineer
Kuda
07.2017 - 07.2019
Software Developer
Chruchplus
05.2016 - 06.2017
Bachelor Of Science - Materials Engineering
Obafemi Awolowo University